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Researchers get embryonic stem cells from skin
25.12.2007 | Press monitoring
A third team of researchers has found a way to convert an ordinary skin cell into valued embryonic-like stem cells, with the potential to grow batches of cells that can be directed to form any kind of tissue.
Single brain cell's power shown
24.12.2007 | Press monitoring
There could be enough computing ability in just one brain cell to allow humans and animals to feel, a study suggests.
Elevated Carbon Dioxide Changes Soil Microbe Mix Below Plants
23.12.2007 | Press monitoring
A detailed analysis of soil samples taken from a forest ecosystem with artificially elevated levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) reveals distinct changes in the mix of microorganisms living in the soil below trembling aspen.
First look at an enzyme target for antibacterial and cancer drugs
22.12.2007 | Press monitoring
The veil has finally been lifted on an enzyme that is critical to the process of DNA transcription and replication, and is a prime target of antibacterial and anticancer drugs.
Solar cells of the future
21.12.2007 | Press monitoring
A new material, nano flakes, may revolutionise the transformation of solar energy to electricity. If so, even ordinary households can benefit from solar electricity and save money in the future.
Biochip mimics the body to reveal toxicity of industrial compounds
20.12.2007 | Press monitoring
Chip could eliminate animal testing in chemicals, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals industries.
New technique could dramatically lower costs of DNA sequencing
19.12.2007 | Press monitoring
Using computer simulations, researchers at the University of Illinois have demonstrated a strategy for sequencing DNA by driving the molecule back and forth through a nanopore capacitor in a semiconductor chip. The technique could lead to a device that would read human genomes quickly and affordably.
Key to cancer drug use pinpointed
18.12.2007 | Press monitoring
Scientists have discovered why a treatment for ovarian cancer only works in half of the patients who have it.
Scientists overcome obstacles to stem cell heart repair
17.12.2007 | Press monitoring
Scientists funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) at Imperial College London have overcome two significant obstacles on the road to harnessing stem cells to build patches for damaged hearts.
Oil-eating bacteria make light work of heavy fuel
16.12.2007 | Press monitoring
Unpicking the route by which microbes produce methane could help to boost the process.
